Kindness, Respect

Dear Editor,

In an age of so much criticism/negativity in our society, we would like to acknowledge some positive acts of kindness and respect. Last month, we lost our dear husband, father and grandfather, Charles Wilson.

During the funeral procession from Bloomington to Owen County, we witnessed acts of respect that touched our hearts. Several motorists pulled over on the opposite side on four-lane highways when they were not required to do so. Drivers removed their hats. One gentleman mowing his lawn paused, stepped off his mower, and removed his hat. What may have been the most endearing act of all was when an entire road construction crew (Taylor Paving) stepped off their equipment, removed their hats, and knelt on the ground to pay respects to a man they didn’t even know. This meant so much and showed us that there is still hope for America.